1962 Triumph TR4 Paint Repair
August 14, 2020
Chris has been working on repairing and repainting our ’62 Triumph TR4. Chris firstly repaired the damaged areas reshaping the dented bodywork, before sanding down
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1991 Rover Mini In The Paint Shop
August 14, 2020
Chris has been working on paintwork repairs to our 1991 Rover Mini. Not needing a fell respray, Chris has sympathetically restored the paintwork on our
1967 Jaguar E-Type Series One In the Paint Shop
August 14, 2020
In the Bridge Classic Cars Paint Shop, Chris has been working on our 1967 Jaguar E-Type. He’s done a superb job repainting the bonnet of
1981 Triumph TR7 V8
August 14, 2020
Our V8 converted Triumph TR7 is in the classic car workshop to fix an issue with a leak on the steering rack. We’ve sent the
1979 Arrow Ferrari Daytona Restoration Begins
August 13, 2020
And so it begins, we cannot wait to begin work on our Arrow Ferrari Daytona restoration. This car will be treated to a new engine
1966 Reliant Scimitar in The Classic Car Workshop
August 12, 2020
Pete has begun work on our 1966 Reliant Scimitar. It’s in with us for a oil change, chassis and suspension grease along with a general
1957 Jensen Update from Paul
August 12, 2020
Paul is currently working on our 1957 Jensen 541R. He has custom fabricated a throttle cable mount, which is now ready to be welded. He’s
1960 Jensen Custom Thermostat Gasket
August 12, 2020
Dave has made a custom Thermostat gasket for the modern thermostat being installed into our Jensen 541R restoration. Dave has fabricated from scratch a metal
1957 Jensen 541R Trim shop Update
August 12, 2020
Kath and Brian have been making superb progress on our Jensen 541R Interior restoration. Kath has been re-working our doors. They were first made to
More Welding Wonders
August 12, 2020
The 1987 Mercedes 500SL has received a new floor in welding shop this week. The car arrived to us with so much work to have
1960 Jensen 514R Dynamator + Inner wings
August 11, 2020
John has fitted a dynamator into our 1960 Jensen 541R. A dynamator is an alternator fitted within the original dynamo housing. Our Jensen 541R project
1961 Morris Mini Deluxe Leaves the Paint Shop
August 10, 2020
Another major stage in the restoration of our 1961 Mini has been hit. Darren has completed painting the body shell. After a polish it’s looking
Collecting our Fletcher speedboat
August 10, 2020
Today we rescued our Fletcher speed boat from years of being hidden in the undergrowth of a garden in Suffolk. The boat comes with 2
The Escorts Silver Lining
August 8, 2020
Every cloud might have a silver lining, but not every Ford Escort RS2000 does! The team have been hard at work making our RS2000 the
1962 Triumph TR4 to Hangar 111
August 8, 2020
Ady has taken our 1962 Triumph TR4 this morning to our good friends at Hangar 111 to improve the running. The carburettors and jets have
1967 Jaguar E-Type Light Shield Modification
August 7, 2020
Dave, one of Bridge Classic Cars’ technicians has been working on modifying the light shield surround on our 1967 Jaguar E-Type. There was previously a
Viper Detailing Working his Magic
August 7, 2020
Colin from Viper detailing has been up to the showroom to give a couple of our vehicles a detail. The first of which was this
1967 E-Type Choke Unit Leak
August 7, 2020
Pete has been working on our 1967 Jaguar E-Type. There was a leak coming from the choke unit. We have identified it was a failing
1960 Jensen 541R Door Modifications
August 7, 2020
Dave has been working on our 1960 Jensen 541R restoration. He has taped up the side rear windows to test fit into the car for
1973 Triumph TR6 Refurbishing Components
August 7, 2020
As we near completion on our TR6 Restoration, Mauro is working hard refurbishing components to fit back into the car. He has refurbished all of
1957 Triumph TR3 – New Competition Car
August 7, 2020
Our gorgeous 1957 Triumph TR3 is the latest classic car available to be won. Our competitions give you the chance of winning a classic car
Live Draw: 1994 TVR Chimaera 500 & 1990 Austin Mini 30
August 6, 2020
Congratulations to tonight’s winners! Ian Summers, winner of our 1994 TVR Chimaera with ticket number 2214 and Courtney Barker, winner of our 1990 Austin Mini
Bridge Classic Cars Visits: Toyota Hilux, Porsche 944
August 6, 2020
Busy day today as we welcomed this beautiful 1987 Porsche 944. The owner has owned the car for 20 years and the car very rarely
1966 Mercedes 250SE Arrived
August 6, 2020
Russell’s Transport have arrived this morning with our latest project, our beautiful 1966 Mercedes 250 SE. The car has recently been handed over to it’s
New arrival: 1998 BMW Z3 M Roadster
August 5, 2020
Arriving in our workshops we have our 1998 BMW Z3 M Roadster. Having been owned by the same family for 20 years the car we
Won Tomorrow! TVR Chimaera 500 Gets a Front End Respray
August 5, 2020
Our TVR Chimaera has just got even more appealing! We noticed a few stone chips on the front end of the car which let the
Freddie’s first Oil Change
August 5, 2020
Freddie and Tom were in the workshop this weekend. Marketing Co-ordinator tuned apprentice mechanic, Freddie swapped his camera for a spanner as he undertook his
Jaguar E Type Brake Upgrades
August 5, 2020
This gorgeous 1967 Series 1 Jaguar E-Type is in the classic car workshop today for a front brake upgrade. The original front brakes are single
1973 Triumph TR6 Restoration Update
August 5, 2020
Mauro has been working on our Triumph TR6 restoration. He’s made fabulous progress over the past week, the car is really starting to take shape
1966 Reliant Scimitar Arrives at The Bridge Classic Cars Workshop
August 4, 2020
This stunning white Scimitar is in the workshop today. Whilst in our care this Reliant will be given a full service and MOT. It currently
1962 Triumph TR4 Paint Repair
August 14, 2020
Chris has been working on repairing and repainting our ’62 Triumph TR4. Chris firstly repaired the damaged areas reshaping the dented bodywork, before sanding down the bodywork for primer. He then applied a coat of primer before the all-in-one colour coat. The colour coat has now been flattened down and is ready to be polished.
Brilliant work, Chris!
1991 Rover Mini In The Paint Shop
August 14, 2020
Chris has been working on paintwork repairs to our 1991 Rover Mini. Not needing a fell respray, Chris has sympathetically restored the paintwork on our lovely little Mini.
1967 Jaguar E-Type Series One In the Paint Shop
August 14, 2020
In the Bridge Classic Cars Paint Shop, Chris has been working on our 1967 Jaguar E-Type. He’s done a superb job repainting the bonnet of this series one.
Chris has also painted the newly reshaped light covers for the same black E-Type. Top work, Chris
1981 Triumph TR7 V8
August 14, 2020
Our V8 converted Triumph TR7 is in the classic car workshop to fix an issue with a leak on the steering rack. We’ve sent the unit off to Kelly Bray Steering, experts in unique steering components to diagnose the fault.
1979 Arrow Ferrari Daytona Restoration Begins
August 13, 2020
And so it begins, we cannot wait to begin work on our Arrow Ferrari Daytona restoration.
This car will be treated to a new engine rebuild, full respray, interior restoration and any other nessasary works to get her back on the road.
The original Jaguar V12 engine currently in the car has blown. There has been a replacement Jaguar V12 engine sourced, which has been restored a number of years ago. Before it goes back into the car it will be sent down to to Rushden engineering, specialists in V12 Jaguar engines for a complete rebuild.
1966 Reliant Scimitar in The Classic Car Workshop
August 12, 2020
Pete has begun work on our 1966 Reliant Scimitar. It’s in with us for a oil change, chassis and suspension grease along with a general check over and MOT.
The water temperature gauge is currently swinging to max when the ignition is switched on. We will be investigating this do find out if it is the gauge itself that is faulty or if there are any other issues.
The windscreen washer jets also need repaired or upgraded.
The speedo and odometer are both currently not working and the 90 degree pinion drive takeoff from the gearbox has sheered.
We have also been tasked with investigating the options for installing power steering.
Pete has ordered up Choke cable, spark plugs, oil filter, grease caps, washer jets and a 90 degree drive speedo. and has begun investigating the remedial works required to get this stunning Scimitar fighting fit once more.
Top work, Pete
1957 Jensen Update from Paul
August 12, 2020
Paul is currently working on our 1957 Jensen 541R. He has custom fabricated a throttle cable mount, which is now ready to be welded. He’s also made a very similar choke cable mount. These have been test fitted up to the carburettors.
Paul has also installed the embossed metal door shut trim. Great work, Paul.
1960 Jensen Custom Thermostat Gasket
August 12, 2020
Dave has made a custom Thermostat gasket for the modern thermostat being installed into our Jensen 541R restoration.
Dave has fabricated from scratch a metal plate to perfectly fit the modern thermostat. Superb work, Dave. It’s such a shame this lovely work will be covered up!
Dave has also now test fitted the rear windows with the hinge mechanism attached.
1957 Jensen 541R Trim shop Update
August 12, 2020
Kath and Brian have been making superb progress on our Jensen 541R Interior restoration.
Kath has been re-working our doors. They were first made to match the original specification. However, we have been asked to change the design slightly.
Kath has recut new leather and repeated the original process of marking, cutting out, sewing and gluing the leather into place.
Next up for Kath, she has sewn together sections of new leather for the seat tub. Kath then piped around the edge and clipped back the side skirt to inner sections before sewing them together. It’s now ready to be fitted into the car.
Kath has then moved onto the seat bases. She began by sewing on the two seat faces together before applying the edge piping. Kath has clipped the side bands on the seat face to check fitment. Once she is happy with the fabric’s fit, she sews the two pieces of fabric together.
The back board has been trimmed in leather and sewn around the edge. The piping has been glued in place before being stapled to the board.
When making the pocket for the back board, Kath has sewn in elastic to the top of the pocket to allow it to stretch and contract as a pocket should.
This too is now ready to be fitted into the car. Great work, Kath!
Brian has added extra wadding to pad out the old foam on our Jensen squab seat. He’s glued in calico to hold the centre section in place before adding 3mm of foam to cover the existing foam. Brian then fit the leather cover, turning all edges before stapling into place.
Brian then moved onto the glovebox. He’s glued the vinyl material to the glovebox surround, glued vinyl to the glovebox lid and added vinyl to the back of the lid.
Next up, Brian moved onto marking out the leather for our Jensen’s window surrounds.
Brian has also continued work on the front seats, stripping down the front base seat, removing the old seat covers and has made new covers using the original cover as a template.
Extra foam has been added to the seat to pad it out and make the seat as comfortable as possible. The side covers have now also been stapled and are ready to be installed into the car. Superb work Brian and Kath, this interior is going to be stunning!
More Welding Wonders
August 12, 2020
The 1987 Mercedes 500SL has received a new floor in welding shop this week.
The car arrived to us with so much work to have done, so we really are stripping it back to it’s bare metal and rebuilding it from there. These pictures are of the floor itself, along with the spare wheel well.
The car belongs to the company’s Director Craig. “I plan to keep and enjoy this car for many years after it’s restoration. It’s one of my favourite classics, so I’m glad the team are able to able to give it special attention and get her back into mint condition.”
1960 Jensen 514R Dynamator + Inner wings
August 11, 2020
John has fitted a dynamator into our 1960 Jensen 541R. A dynamator is an alternator fitted within the original dynamo housing. Our Jensen 541R project required a dynamator to cope with the additional electrical draw required to run the power steering.
Whilst installing and wiring in the dynameter, John also installed the wiper motor and connected this up to the wiring loom. Great work, John.
Paul, who is also working on our Jensen restoration has recently fitted the front inner arches and side panels. Paul has also now installed the side panels and all of the sill covers have now been fitted. Dave has almost completed both doors on our 1960 Jensen and is currently working on the rear windows of our 1957 541R.
Paul has completed fabricating the bonnet locators which are now ready for welding. He has also fabricated new sill brackets which are ready to be installed onto the car. Great work, team.
1961 Morris Mini Deluxe Leaves the Paint Shop
August 10, 2020
Another major stage in the restoration of our 1961 Mini has been hit. Darren has completed painting the body shell. After a polish it’s looking absolutely stunning in the sunlight.
Our Mini has been painted in the original cherry red paint colour. This is a much stronger red than the more maroon tone of the Mini 30’s cherry red paint.
Smashing work, Darren. When paired with the cream wheels and details, this little mini will look incredible.
Collecting our Fletcher speedboat
August 10, 2020
Today we rescued our Fletcher speed boat from years of being hidden in the undergrowth of a garden in Suffolk. The boat comes with 2 engines and lots of ancillary parts and has been covered over in a fitted cover the entire time.
We will look to get the engine’s overhauled and sympathetically restore the boat so we can get it on the water hopefully later this year.
This weekend we’ll carry out a full and thorough valet which will hopefully transform the look of the boat.
First thing’s first, we’ve unclogged the plug to release the lovely bilge water.
The Escorts Silver Lining
August 8, 2020
Every cloud might have a silver lining, but not every Ford Escort RS2000 does!
The team have been hard at work making our RS2000 the best example of it’s kind around. So, adding these chrome trims to the interior doors really sets off it’s look – don’t you think?
1962 Triumph TR4 to Hangar 111
August 8, 2020
Ady has taken our 1962 Triumph TR4 this morning to our good friends at Hangar 111 to improve the running. The carburettors and jets have been adjusted to get the best possible performance from the car in it’s current state.
1967 Jaguar E-Type Light Shield Modification
August 7, 2020
Dave, one of Bridge Classic Cars’ technicians has been working on modifying the light shield surround on our 1967 Jaguar E-Type. There was previously a slight gap between the light shield and the bodywork. Dave has let in fresh metal and shaped to fill the gap perfectly. It will now go down to our Paint shop to by painted body colour.
Viper Detailing Working his Magic
August 7, 2020
Colin from Viper detailing has been up to the showroom to give a couple of our vehicles a detail. The first of which was this gorgeous Rover P5 which has been in the classic car workshop for repair work.
The second vehicle is our TVR Chimaera 500 competition car. This vehicle was won in last night’s draw by Ian Summers with ticket 2214. Colin has ensured the vehicle is looking as lovely as possible for its new owner.
1967 E-Type Choke Unit Leak
August 7, 2020
Pete has been working on our 1967 Jaguar E-Type. There was a leak coming from the choke unit. We have identified it was a failing washer that was causing the leak. Pete’s installed new copper washers to remedy the fuel leak. Top work, Pete.
1960 Jensen 541R Door Modifications
August 7, 2020
Dave has been working on our 1960 Jensen 541R restoration. He has taped up the side rear windows to test fit into the car for a trial fit.
The rear windows are fitted in place after some polishing and filing. Dave is now bolting these fixed windows in position.
Dave has had to modify the doors on our Jensen to allow the glass to move freely up and down through the door. He has had to cut out a strip of metal at the top of the door, move it back a few millimetres and then weld the metal back into the correct position.
1973 Triumph TR6 Refurbishing Components
August 7, 2020
As we near completion on our TR6 Restoration, Mauro is working hard refurbishing components to fit back into the car.
He has refurbished all of the dash buttons and switch gear which are now all ready to be installed into the new dashboard.
The steering column has been completely stripped down to access every part for refurbishing.
One of our other classic car technicians Dave has also skilfully repaired the seat brackets too. Great job Dave and Mauro!
1957 Triumph TR3 – New Competition Car
August 7, 2020
Our gorgeous 1957 Triumph TR3 is the latest classic car available to be won. Our competitions give you the chance of winning a classic car for just a few pounds. We limit the maximum number of tickets that can be sold so the odds of you winning are clear to see.
For your chance of winning our 1957 Triumph TR3 for just £9 a ticket follow the link below:
https://www.bridgeclassiccarscompetitions.co.uk/product/triumph-tr3/
Having serviced and maintained the TR3 for some time here at Bridge Classic Cars, we have first hand experience of this truly special example of one of the finest and most iconic British sportscars.
Restored in 2017 to exceptionally high standards by Triumph TR3 Specialists ‘TR Trader’ at a cost of over £42,000, the car is a greatly sought after and a rare find in right hand drive. Over 90% of TR3’s were left hand drive, predominantly made for the US market.
To add to the already incredible back story of the car, being a 1957 Triumph TR3, it also qualifies for the world famous Mille Miglia which having that credibility, hugely increases the value of this special car.
Finished in British Racing Green with Biscuit trim and Biscuit piping the car has undergone a serious transformation in it’s lifetime and is a credit to it’s former keepers.
Specification:
- British Racing Green
- Full Biscuit leather re-trim, Biscuit piping and wool carpet
- 4 speed synchromesh gearbox with overdrive on 3rd and 4th gear
- Equipped with all weather protection including tonneau cover, stowage cover, hood cover, side screens and all vinyl roof
- Standard lead free engine fully rebuilt in 2017 with H4 Carburettors, balanced crank/rods/pistons
- Original steering wheel refurbished in 2017
- Replacement switch gear and dials
- High output heater
- Wire wheels
- Modern starter motor and ignition
- Girling rear axle
- Uprated water pump
- Replacement wiring loom throughout
- With only 1,137 miles on the clock since its complete restoration in 2017
- Recent MOT and full workshop inspection
Tickets are limited to a maximum of 6875
Don’t miss out on your chance of winning this gorgeous British classic. Pick up your tickets today!
Live Draw: 1994 TVR Chimaera 500 & 1990 Austin Mini 30
August 6, 2020
Congratulations to tonight’s winners!
Ian Summers, winner of our 1994 TVR Chimaera with ticket number 2214 and Courtney Barker, winner of our 1990 Austin Mini with ticket number 665.
For your chance to win your dream classic, head to bridgeclassiccars.co.uk/competitions
Bridge Classic Cars Visits: Toyota Hilux, Porsche 944
August 6, 2020
Busy day today as we welcomed this beautiful 1987 Porsche 944. The owner has owned the car for 20 years and the car very rarely gets used but as the sun was shining he popped by our workshops to see what we are all about. Thanks for the visit and we LOVE the car!!
Next up, we paid a little visit to a farm to inspect two early Toyota Hilux’s in need of some TLC. The Mk1 will be the first to restore, coming in to our workshops in late 2020. The intended purpose is to get the vehicle up and running, to be used on the farm but will be freshened up with new metalwork replacing the corrosion and new interior.
1966 Mercedes 250SE Arrived
August 6, 2020
Russell’s Transport have arrived this morning with our latest project, our beautiful 1966 Mercedes 250 SE. The car has recently been handed over to it’s new owner who has asked us to carry out a full assessment so we can put together a plan of future works.
New arrival: 1998 BMW Z3 M Roadster
August 5, 2020
Arriving in our workshops we have our 1998 BMW Z3 M Roadster. Having been owned by the same family for 20 years the car we have purchased the car ourselves and will look to carry out a few remedial works before offering the car to market. The Z3 M Roadster is becoming a very rare car to find nowadays.
As you can see from the images the original paintwork is still in overall good shape but the sun has damaged the front and rear bumpers and the top lacquer is starting to peal. We will look to carry out a full respray on the car to freshen up the exterior look.
The Z3 M Roadster model was introduced in 1997 (ours is a 1998) as the high performance version of the BMW Z3. Cosmetic differences between the Z3 M and the standard Z3 models included front and rear bumpers, grilles, boot and mirrors.
In the 6 years from 1997 to 2002, 15,322 M Roadsters were produced.
The M roadster is electronically limited to a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).
Won Tomorrow! TVR Chimaera 500 Gets a Front End Respray
August 5, 2020
Our TVR Chimaera has just got even more appealing!
We noticed a few stone chips on the front end of the car which let the car down slightly. Chris, one of Bridge Classic Cars’ painters has treated the Chimaera to a front end respray. We’re sure you’ll agree Chris has done a superb job.
This car is being won tomorrow regardless of sellout! Enter today for your chance of winning.
⚖️ With over 1000 tickets still remaining, your odds of winning are looking great.
Pick up your tickets via the link below 👇
www.bridgeclassiccarscompetitions.co.uk/product/tvr-chimaera
Freddie’s first Oil Change
August 5, 2020
Freddie and Tom were in the workshop this weekend. Marketing Co-ordinator tuned apprentice mechanic, Freddie swapped his camera for a spanner as he undertook his first oil change.
Under the watchful eyes of Tom, they replaced the oil filter and filled the little MX-5 up with fresh oil.
Jaguar E Type Brake Upgrades
August 5, 2020
This gorgeous 1967 Series 1 Jaguar E-Type is in the classic car workshop today for a front brake upgrade. The original front brakes are single piston callipers. We are installing uprated two piston callipers which will be able to apply significantly more pressure through the brake pads. Pete has now installed the new brakes.
Whilst in our care this lovely E-Type will also have the following items adressed.
-Leak in fuel tank
-Nearside hydraulic reservoir leak
-Fuel weep on carb bank
-Headlamp cowl fitment needs adjusting
-Wind noise from nearside door trim
-Replace dash top trim where torn
-Replace trailing edge bonnet grille
1973 Triumph TR6 Restoration Update
August 5, 2020
Mauro has been working on our Triumph TR6 restoration. He’s made fabulous progress over the past week, the car is really starting to take shape now.
Mauro has recently fitted the Heater box with a new matrix. He has also installed the fuel tank and uprated Bosch fuel pump.
With the chrome work and black exterior elements now installed, the rich Magenta colour is looking simply gorgeous.
1966 Reliant Scimitar Arrives at The Bridge Classic Cars Workshop
August 4, 2020
This stunning white Scimitar is in the workshop today.
Whilst in our care this Reliant will be given a full service and MOT. It currently has a couple of electrical issues with the temperature gauge and windscreen washers which will be fixed.
The speedo is not currently functioning and will need a gearing renewal. We will also be upgrading the headlights to LED.
